BODY LANGUAGE QUIZ

PHOTOCOPY AS REQUIRED

Human Beings send more messages through body language such as gestures, facial expressions, and posture etc
than through what we say.
To assist both students and teachers in the use of positive body language, think about the specific action and write
down what messages you think they are sending.
Raising this awareness will help build relationships; body language is a choice
Shrugging your shoulders

Leaning forward when sitting opposite someone

Sighing when talking to someone

Glaring at someone

Talking with a shaky trembling voice

Talking with your arms folded

Slumping in a chair

Looking away when someone is talking to you

Looking with eyes down when talking to someone

Arms and hands open when talking to someone

Looking with tight lips and narrowed eyes

Looking with a big smile

Sitting upright on the edge of the chair

Nodding when listening to someone

Yawning when listening to someone

Taking a deep breath when talking to someone

Sitting with arms and legs slightly apart

Lowering your head when listening or talking

Waving your hand at someone

Fiddling with objects while talking

Sitting with arms and legs crossed

Pacing up and down whilst talking

Talking with a loud assertive voice

Talking gently and softly

Shaking your head when listening to someone

Staring with wide eyes at someone

Leaning back on your chair with hands on your head

Talking or listening with clenched hands

Talking or listening wringing your hands

Standing relaxed and still when talking

Avoiding eye contact with someone

Leaning against a wall when talking

Knowledge is learning something every day; wisdom is letting go of something every day.: Zen Saying

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